Overview
- Kickoff is 22:15 Argentina time at the Estadio Domingo Burgueño Miguel in Maldonado, with exclusive streaming on Disney+ Premium in most markets.
- Aníbal Moreno, signed from Palmeiras, is poised for his first minutes, while fellow newcomer Matías Viña is expected to start at left back.
- With Franco Armani still recovering, Santiago Beltrán is set to start in goal behind a back line featuring Gonzalo Montiel and Lucas Martínez Quarta.
- This is River’s second and final friendly after a 1-0 win over Millonarios decided by a Montiel penalty, ahead of the January 24 Apertura debut vs. Barracas Central.
- Peñarol enters with mixed form following a goalless draw against Central Español and a 2-1 loss to Independiente in a closed-door match.